Manager, Wastewater Treatment

Saputo; Town of Lena (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Manager in Wisconsin to supervise the wastewater facility operations, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations. You will lead a team, coordinate with engineering staff and 3rd party operators, and drive cost-effective environmental performance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Environmental field or equivalent, plus licensed wastewater operator experience and supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental or equivalent.
• 5 years as a licensed Wastewater Treatment Operator with 2 years progressive supervisory experience.
• WDNR Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators certification with applicable subclasses A1, A4, B, C, and P.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation of wastewater facilities to meet regulatory requirements and permits.
• Plan, organize, assign, and review operations and maintenance of the wastewater plant and discharge operations.
• Develop and implement efficiency techniques to reduce contaminants (Chlorides, BOD, TSS).
• Prepare daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and inspections including Discharge Monitoring Reports and regulatory filings.
• Lead environmental audits and corrective action efforts; manage budget and cost controls.
• Coordinate with contractors, sub-contractors and suppliers with the engineering team.
• Monitor utility usage and lead projects to reduce the plant's environmental footprint.

Skills

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Project coordination

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

This position is responsible for wastewater treatment operations to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures and reporting requirements. The Manager in this role ensures team members are up to date with all federal, state, and local regulations and environmental guidelines. They are responsible for meeting project/department goals and objectives, managing budget, and support cost-containment activities.

How you will make contributions that matter...

• Oversees operation of facilities to meet all applicable regulatory requirements and in accordance with Federal, State and local ordinance criteria and environmental permit requirements.
• Plans, organizes, assigns, directs, and reviews the work performed in the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant and treatment discharge operations. Work with 3rd party operators to plan, organize, assign, direct, and review the work performed in the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant and treatment discharge operations.
• Develops and implements techniques and methods to increase operation efficiency to reduce Chlorides, BOD, TSS and other constituents.
• Preparation of daily, monthly, quarterly, annual reports and inspections, both internal and external including- Discharge Monitoring Reports, Stormwater/SWPPP, land application, spill reporting, DATCP tank inspections, Tier II, Toxic Release Inventory Form R
• Participate in environmental audits and lead corrective action efforts.
• Manages others who are engaged in operating, planning, repairing and maintaining the wastewater treatment system.
• Support wastewater and utilities capital projects, manage operations budget, exercising cost controls.
• Coordinate with contractors, sub-contractors and suppliers in coordination with engineering team.
• Track utility usage and champion projects to reduce facilities Carbon Footprint (electricity and natural gas), water, wastes and waste costs.
• -Oversees and supports the preventive maintenance program and activities of the plant.
• Supervises emergency and unscheduled work to assure appropriate follow through and performance.
• Implements, supervises and enforces department safety and risk management programs.
• Coordinates equipment repair or replacement such that plant effluent quality limits are maintained.
• Prepare and oversee maintenance and service work orders.- Support the requisition process for tools, materials, equipment, and services.
• Perform inventory of stored material and parts for use in the plant.
• Oversees and manage plant environmental r training activities.
• Provides effective management of employees to ensure effective selection, retention, development, training, disciplinary action and performance management.
• Provide technical support to review proposed regulatory compliance activities to determine the potential impact on company operations.
• Adheres to Saputo's Code of Ethics and Saputo Values as a condition of employment.
• Performs other duties and tasks as required.

You are best suited for the role if you...

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental or 5 years as a licensed Wastewater Treatment Operator with 2 years progressive Supervisory experience.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain a WDNR Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators certification and applicable subclasses A1, A4, B, C, and P.
• Be able to perform and document various tests required by State and Federal agencies for the operation of a wastewater treatment plant.
• Perform daily and periodic checks and tests of the wastewater treatment process.
• Have working knowledge of the operation, methods and procedures of a wastewater treatment plant.
• Have working knowledge of the machinery used for wastewater treatment and pumping stations.
• Have a thorough knowledge of mechanical equipment and the ability to diagnose and correct equipment malfunction.
• Have a working knowledge of basic machinery preventive maintenance and repair.
• Have extensive knowledge of State and Federal rules governing wastewater discharges and employee safety. Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications. Strong MS Excel skills a plus.
• Ability to follow all Environmental Policies and Procedures, and report and follow through on any deficiencies.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Skill in organization and prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.

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